Dates

    7 Nov 2026

    City / country

    Bochum, Germany

    Venue

    Hildegardis-Schule

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    Event overview

    Overview

    JuBi Bochum 2026 is a premier education fair dedicated to providing information on various international programs for students.

    Scheduled for November 7, 2026, at Hildegardis-Schule in Bochum, Germany, the event aims to connect students, parents, and educators with educational organizations offering exchange programs, language courses, and volunteer opportunities abroad.

    Attendees can engage directly with experts and former participants to find the best options for their educational journeys.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Dates and Venue: JuBi Bochum 2026 takes place on November 7, 2026, at Hildegardis-Schule, Bochum, Germany.
    2. 2Scale and Focus: This education fair showcases various international programs for students, including exchange programs and language courses.
    3. 3Organiser: The event is organised by weltweiser, a leading educational consulting service.
    4. 4Buyer Authority: Targeted at students, parents, and educators interested in study abroad opportunities.
    5. 5Entry: Admission is free, but pre-registration is recommended to guarantee entry.

    Why visit

    Visitors will gain insights into numerous international study programs and opportunities to interact with education experts. The fair provides a platform to explore various options for studying abroad, including scholarships and funding advice. Attendees can ask questions and receive personalized guidance on choosing the right program for their needs.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors will have the chance to showcase their educational programs to a targeted audience of students and parents. This is an excellent opportunity to connect with potential participants and promote your offerings in the growing field of international education. Exhibiting at JuBi Bochum allows organizations to enhance their visibility and engage with attendees interested in study abroad opportunities.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    High school students seeking study abroad options
    Parents of students interested in international education
    Teachers and educators looking for resources for students
    Recent graduates exploring gap year opportunities
    Young adults considering language courses overseas
    Individuals interested in volunteer programs abroad

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Educational institutions offering exchange programs
    Language schools providing courses for international students
    Organizations facilitating volunteer opportunities abroad
    Agencies specializing in study abroad consulting
    Providers of gap year programs and internships
    Cultural exchange organizations

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    High-school exchange programmes for a term or full academic year
    Short-term summer language immersion and holiday camps
    Language courses abroad for teenagers and young adults
    Au pair placement and childcare exchange programmes
    Work and travel programmes with temporary paid work
    Volunteer and social-service placements abroad
    Internships and practical training abroad
    Gap-year counselling and programme matching
    Host-family, guardianship, and student welfare services
    Scholarship, funding, and cost-planning advice for study abroad
    Travel insurance and pre-departure preparation for education abroad
    Application and visa preparation support for education abroad

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Hildegardis-Schule

    Bochum, Germany

    Facilities

    Parking

    Hildegardis-Schule in Bochum typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.

    Food options

    On-site catering

    On-site dining

    Parking: Hildegardis-Schule in Bochum typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.

    Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Hildegardis-Schule for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Free registration
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    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    weltweiser

    Website

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Last edition

    2025

    Completed

    Next edition

    Not announced yet

    Edition recap

    The most recent completed JuBi Bochum edition was the 2025 youth education fair at the Hildegardis-Schule/Gymnasium in Bochum. The school reported a successful JugendBildungsmesse and promoted a free information fair about stays abroad. The event connected pupils and families with exchange organisations and international education opportunities.

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    The most recent completed JuBi Bochum edition was the 2025 youth education fair at the Hildegardis-Schule/Gymnasium in Bochum. The school reported a successful JugendBildungsmesse and promoted a free information fair about stays abroad. The event connected pupils and families with exchange organisations and international education opportunities.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Bochum, Germany

    Why it matters

    Visitors will gain insights into numerous international study programs and opportunities to interact with education experts. The fair provides a platform to explore various options for studying abroad, including scholarships and funding advice.

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    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · EUR

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Moxy Bochum

    midscale
    Bochum city centre, approx. 560 m from Hildegardis-Schule

    Guest rating 4.3 in Google Hotels capture; amenities include breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, paid parking, air conditioning, fitness centre, restaurant, business centre, smoke-free property.

    B&B HOTEL Bochum Hbf-Nord

    budget
    Near Bochum main station, approx. 860 m from Hildegardis-Schule

    Guest rating 3.6 in Google Hotels capture; breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, pet-friendly.

    Holiday Inn Express Bochum, an IHG Hotel

    midscale
    Bochum city centre, approx. 1.2 km from Hildegardis-Schule

    3-star hotel, guest rating 4.6; free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, paid parking, air conditioning, bar, restaurant, accessible.

    B&B HOTEL Bochum-City

    budget
    Bochum city centre, approx. 1.4 km from Hildegardis-Schule

    Guest rating 4.3; breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, paid parking, air conditioning, bar, pet-friendly.

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    Tram and bus (BOGESTRA)

    Estimated costEUR 2-5 single metro journey (contactless)
    Best forBochum city centre to Hildegardis-Schule stop

    BOGESTRA operates Bochum tram and bus services and publishes a journey planner; Moovit lists the Hildegardis-Schule stop on local lines. Buy and validate a ticket before boarding.

    Tram and bus day ticket (BOGESTRA)

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 8-10 for a city-zone day ticket; confirm current BOGESTRA tariff
    Best forUnlimited Bochum city-zone travel for a fair-day visit

    Useful if you plan to combine the fair with other Bochum stops. Check zone coverage before buying; a day ticket is not the same as a single journey.

    Regional train and S-Bahn

    Estimated costEUR 2-5 single metro journey (contactless)
    Best forDusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Hildegardis-Schule

    Rome2rio capture describes rail connections from DUS to Hildegardis-Schule; Bochum Hauptbahnhof is about 1.5 km from the school. Allow extra time for the local transfer.

    Taxi

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 8-14 metered short city ride; confirm local taxi tariff
    Best forBochum Hauptbahnhof to Hildegardis-Schule

    Useful with luggage or in heavy rain. Confirm the meter is running and the drop-off point at the school before setting off.

    Car and parking

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 5-10 per day if venue parking is available; confirm with organiser
    Best forHildegardis-Schule, Bochum-Innenstadt

    Visitor transport notes state on-site parking is available at Hildegardis-Schule; rates and capacity were not captured, so confirm before driving.

    taxi

    Estimated costApprox. EUR taxi/rideshare from DTM to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
    Best forDortmund Airport (DTM) to Hildegardis-Schule

    taxi

    Estimated costApprox. EUR taxi/rideshare from CGN to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
    Best forCologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hildegardis-Schule

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: check with organiser
    Official visa page

    Weather

    November in Bochum is late autumn: cool and frequently overcast with regular rain showers, so plan indoor waiting time at the school entrance and keep a compact umbrella in your bag. Check a live forecast (for example Weather Atlas or weather-and-climate) in the week before travel rather than relying on monthly averages.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Germany.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Fair focus

    JuBi Bochum is an education-abroad fair for young people: expect stands concentrated on school exchange, language courses, au pair, work and travel, volunteer service, and internships. Plan questions around programme length, age limits, destination countries, and the support included.

    Language and documents

    The fair is held in German-speaking Bochum. Ask each exhibitor whether counselling is available in English and bring a short student profile with age, school year, language level, preferred destinations, and budget range. Confirm which documents the provider needs before any application.

    Transit etiquette

    Buy a valid BOGESTRA ticket before boarding buses or trams; fare checks can occur. The Hildegardis-Schule stop is named for the venue, so check the direction of travel before boarding and keep your ticket until you exit.

    Late-autumn weather

    November in Bochum is cool and often overcast with rain showers. Bring a compact umbrella and a warm layer, and allow indoor waiting time at the school entrance. Check a live forecast in the week before travel rather than relying on monthly averages.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Bochum; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

    Visa

    Germany is in the Schengen area: check whether your nationality needs a short-stay Schengen visa before travelling to JuBi Bochum. Business visitors from visa-exempt countries can travel for short stays; others apply at the German mission in their country of residence.

    Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

    Official guidance is published by the Federal Foreign Office (Auswartiges Amt) and the German missions abroad; use the consular services portal to check your personal case before booking travel.

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    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Bochum; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Hildegardis-Schule: Bochum city centre, approx. 560 m from Hildegardis-Schule: Moxy Bochum; Near Bochum main station, approx. 860 m from Hildegardis-Schule: B&B HOTEL Bochum Hbf-Nord; Bochum city centre, approx. 1.2 km from Hildegardis-Schule: Holiday Inn Express Bochum, an IHG Hotel.

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Bochum; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Bochum buses and trams (BOGESTRA network) serve the Hildegardis-Schule stop in the Innenstadt district; Moovit lists direct bus and tram connections to the school. Use the BOGESTRA journey planner to match departure times with the fair's opening hours.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Hildegardis-Schule; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: November 2026

    Temperature: Typically cool late-autumn conditions in November; check weather-and-climate or Weather Atlas Bochum November averages for the current year's figures before packing.

    Seasonality: November falls in Bochum's wetter late-autumn period, with frequent showery days; the season is better suited to indoor fair visits than outdoor sightseeing.

    Packing: Pack a waterproof jacket or umbrella, warm layers, and comfortable closed shoes for walking between Bochum Hauptbahnhof, your hotel, and Hildegardis-Schule. Bring a folder for programme brochures and provider catalogues collected at the stands.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)

    Mid-show days at JuBi Bochum 2026 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.

    T-1

    Confirm the JuBi Bochum schedule and access rules

    T-2

    Shortlist programme types

    T-3

    Build a student profile sheet

    T-4

    Prepare comparison questions

    T-5

    Check passport and visa basics

    T-6

    Plan the rail and local transfer

    T-7

    Confirm who is attending

    T-8

    Save evidence and contacts

    T-9

    Pack for a fair day

    T-10

    Check live travel and weather

    T-11

    Arrive early and orientate

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    Day 1 · morning

    Registration and hall orientation at Hildegardis-Schule

    Day 2 · core sessions

    Supplier meetings and product demos

    Day 3 · wrap-up

    Final negotiations and follow-up

    Networking spots

    2

    JuBi Bochum 2026 registration concourse

    Hildegardis-Schule

    Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.

    Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)

    Hildegardis-Schule

    Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

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    Estimated budget
    Live estimate
    • Hotel × 2 nights€190.00
    • Per diem × 2€150.00
    Estimated total€340.00

    This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Use this quick check to decide whether JuBi Bochum 2026 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.

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    Decision matrix

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    visit

    Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.

    Best for

    Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Student exchange programs and Language courses for international students solutions and benchmarking suppliers at JuBi Bochum 2026 in Bochum.

    Min. budget

    $450.00

    Timeline

    4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.

    Risks

    Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.

    exhibit

    You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.

    Best for

    Brands and manufacturers launching Student exchange programs and Language courses for international students products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.

    Min. budget

    $2,200.00

    Timeline

    3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.

    Risks

    Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.

    skip

    Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.

    Best for

    Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Bochum show week.

    Timeline

    N/A

    Risks

    Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    What is JuBi Bochum?
    JuBi Bochum is the Bochum edition of the Jugendbildungsmesse, an education-abroad fair for young people. Exhibitors present school exchange, language courses, au pair, work and travel, volunteer service, and internship options, with counselling for students and parents.
    Who is JuBi Bochum for?
    It is aimed at secondary-school students, school leavers, and parents comparing a stay abroad, plus young adults considering a gap year, language course, au pair placement, volunteer service, or internship. Check individual exhibitor age limits because programmes differ.
    Where is JuBi Bochum held?
    The captured venue information places the fair at Hildegardis-Schule in Bochum-Innenstadt, with a local tram and bus stop of the same name. Confirm the exact entrance and hall on the official schedule page before travelling.
    How do I get to Hildegardis-Schule by public transport?
    Take a BOGESTRA tram or bus to the Hildegardis-Schule stop in Bochum-Innenstadt. From Bochum Hauptbahnhof, the school is about 1.5 km away, so use the local network or a short taxi ride rather than assuming a station-side venue.
    Do I need to register or buy a ticket in advance?
    The captured material does not list a visitor ticket price or registration deadline. Check the official JuBi Bochum schedule page before travelling; if advance registration is required, it should be stated there.
    Which programme types can I compare at the fair?
    You can compare high-school exchange, short language immersion, language courses abroad, au pair, work and travel, volunteer service, internships, gap-year counselling, host-family and guardianship support, funding advice, insurance, and application preparation.
    Can parents attend with their child?
    Parents often help compare cost, guardianship, insurance, and cancellation terms for a minor's stay abroad. The capture does not state a separate parent ticket, so check the organiser page if access rules matter for your group.
    What should I bring to JuBi Bochum?
    Bring a one-page student profile with age, school year, language levels, preferred countries, budget range, and target start date. Add a notebook, phone charger, student ID if available, and specific questions for each programme type.
    Is English spoken at the fair?
    The fair takes place in Germany and German is the main local language. Many education providers serving international placements can advise in English, but confirm the counselling language with each exhibitor before relying on it.
    How much does it cost to attend?
    No visitor ticket price was captured for this edition. Do not assume entry is free; check the official schedule page for any admission or registration fee before travel.

    Glossary

    1
    Jugendbildungsmesse (JuBi)
    A German education fair series focused on stays abroad for young people. The Bochum edition brings providers of school exchange, language travel, au pair, work and travel, volunteer service, and internships together for student and parent counselling.
    2
    Student exchange (Schuler Austausch)
    A programme in which a secondary-school student attends school in another country for a term or academic year, usually with a host family or boarding arrangement and a supporting exchange organisation.
    3
    High-school year abroad
    A full academic year or shorter term at a school in another country, often chosen to improve language skills, build independence, and experience a different education system.
    4
    Language course abroad
    Structured language tuition in the target country, often combined with accommodation and cultural activities. Courses can run from a few summer weeks to a full semester.
    5
    Au pair placement
    A cultural exchange arrangement where a young adult lives with a host family abroad, helps with childcare and light housework, and receives language study opportunities and pocket money under programme rules.
    6
    Work and travel
    A programme that combines temporary paid work with travel, often tied to working-holiday visa rules for eligible nationalities. Job type, duration, and pay depend on the destination country.
    7
    Volunteer service abroad
    A structured placement with a nonprofit or social project, usually unpaid, where participants may pay programme fees for placement, accommodation, and local support.
    8
    Internship abroad
    A short or long practical training placement with a company or organisation abroad, sometimes credit-bearing and often requiring visa, insurance, and language checks.
    9
    Host family
    A local family that provides accommodation and pastoral support during a school exchange or language stay. Screening, visits, and guardianship arrangements vary by programme.
    10
    Guardianship
    A legal or pastoral arrangement that gives a named adult or agency responsibility for a minor during a stay abroad. Requirements differ by destination country and programme type.
    11
    Gap year
    A planned break between school stages, often used for language study, work and travel, volunteering, or internships before starting university or vocational training.
    12
    Funding and scholarships
    Grants, discounts, or sponsor support that reduce programme costs. Eligibility depends on provider, destination, student profile, and the documents required in the application.

    Also known as

    Alternate names and search phrases for this event.

    • JuBi Bochum 2026
    • Jugendbildungsmesse Bochum
    • Bochum education fair
    • student exchange fair Germany
    • high school exchange Bochum
    • language courses abroad Bochum
    • au pair fair Germany
    • work and travel fair
    • volunteer abroad fair
    • gap year fair Bochum

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